Very Good
#208 of 842 schools in PR
Top 25% in state
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
BO JUAN DOMINGO, Guaynabo, PR 00970
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#208 of 842
In Guaynabo
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#208 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is a public school in Guaynabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo — Students at Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo Compares
See how Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
BO JUAN DOMINGO, Guaynabo, PR 00970
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo may also want to explore other schools in the area. JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ MARIN (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Juan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Guaynabo, see our Guaynabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEDRO P. CASABLANCA Bayamon | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ MARIN San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| RAFAEL RIVERA OTERO San Juan | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM D. BOYCE San Juan | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| SANTIAGO IGLESIAS PANTIN SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| RAMON MARIN SOLA Guaynabo | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| GABRIELA MISTRAL SAN JUAN San Juan | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA II Guaynabo | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PEDRO C. TIMOTHEE ANEXO San Juan | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA ROSA III Guaynabo | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSALINA C. MARTINEZ - ALIANZA Catano | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| JUAN B. HUYKE Guaynabo | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito, PR | 8.2 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas, PR | 7.3 |
| JUAN B. SOTO Aguada, PR | 7.2 |
| JUANA SANCHEZ Juncos, PR | 7.1 |
| RAMON PEREZ PURCELL Penuelas, PR | 7.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra, PR | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo serve?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo rank in PR?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo ranks #208 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo a charter school?
No, Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo a Title I school?
No, Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
91.2% of students at Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 73 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Guaynabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (787) 792-3550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #208 of 842
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